Motorola Moto X40 vs Nubia Z50 Ultra
The Motorola Moto X40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Nubia Z50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 72/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Nubia Z50 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,842,269 vs 1,757,044); the Motorola Moto X40 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 228g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto X40
Nubia Z50 Ultra
What makes Motorola Moto X40 better?
- Faster charging: 125W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 228g
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Nubia Z50 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1842269 vs 1757044
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (86/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto X40 vs the Nubia Z50 Ultra, the Nubia Z50 Ultra scores 1 points higher (73/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 76/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto X40 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Moto X40 (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto X40 is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto X40 is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto X40 | Nubia Z50 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 1842269 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 125W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MYUI 5.0 | Android 13, MyOS 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.0×8.6 mm | 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 228 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto X40
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 60MP
Nubia Z50 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto X40
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Nubia Z50 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto X40
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 125W
- Wireless: 15W
Nubia Z50 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto X40 and Nubia Z50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia Z50 Ultra leads Motorola Moto X40 by 4.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 76/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto X40 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50 Ultra notably outperforms the Motorola Moto X40 (86/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto X40 is a bit better (64/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto X40 is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto X40 or the Nubia Z50 Ultra?
The Nubia Z50 Ultra edges out the Motorola Moto X40 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto X40 and the Nubia Z50 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto X40 has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Nubia Z50 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto X40 or the Nubia Z50 Ultra?
The Nubia Z50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto X40 over the Nubia Z50 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto X40 is a better fit for active users. The Nubia Z50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.